Position Description:

Job Summary:

As a Geriatrician, you will establish a full-time practice offering both inpatient and outpatient services:

• Provide assessment and management of both new and follow-up outpatients through the Geriatric Medicine Clinic at the Woodbridge Centre in Fredericton.
• Provide inpatient consultations upon request in Fredericton and Oromocto hospitals.
• Provide consultations to local nursing home residents at the request of the primary care provider.
• Provide consultations at home, if desired.
• Collaborate in the care of older adults admitted to the inpatient rehabilitation unit at the DECRH, including attending weekly interdisciplinary team meetings.
• Engage in clinical teaching for resident physicians and medical students. Didactic and small-group teaching opportunities are also available.
• There are numerous opportunities to participate in administrative roles for those who wish.  

Employer:

Horizon Health Network (Horizon) is proud of its dedicated team of health care professionals who are focused on delivering safe and quality care to our patients, clients, families and communities. Horizon is a great place to work, as people are the heart of our organization, and the success of Horizon is a direct result of our employees’ dedication, professionalism, and commitment.

Horizon is the largest regional health authority – and one of the largest employers – in New Brunswick, and the second-largest health authority in Atlantic Canada. Our leadership and health care providers are experts in diverse areas of health and community services and provide services to a half a million people.

Horizon has an annual budget of approximately $1.2 billion and has more than 13,000 employees, 1,100 physicians and 1,300 volunteers, as well as 17 foundations, 12 auxiliaries and 8 alumnae organizations.

Diversity Statement

Horizon is committed to enhancing our diverse and inclusive environment for our employees and patients. We believe in a healthcare system that equally supports all people regardless of race, ethnicity, national origin, social background, religion, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or sexual orientation. An environment based on a commitment to diversity and inclusion supports our goal of safe and quality patient care.

Job Duties:

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide assessment and management of both new and follow-up outpatients through the Geriatric Medicine Clinic at the Woodbridge Centre in Fredericton.
• Provide inpatient consultations upon request in Fredericton and Oromocto hospitals.
• Provide consultations to local nursing home residents at the request of the primary care provider.
• Provide consultations at home, if desired.
• Collaborate in the care of older adults admitted to the inpatient rehabilitation unit at the DECRH, including attending weekly interdisciplinary team meetings.
• Engage in clinical teaching for resident physicians and medical students. Didactic and small-group teaching opportunities are also available.
• There are numerous opportunities to participate in administrative roles for those who wish.  

Note: These responsibilities are the basic and prime duties associated with this position; other related and allied duties may be assigned from time to time as may be necessary to the operation of Horizon Health Network. 

Remuneration:

Salaried

This is a salaried position with a base range of $295,932 - $359,788. Participation in the General Internal Medicine on-call service is optional and is remunerated additionally in a fee-for-service model.

Salaried physicians enjoy vacation and medical education leave, paid overhead expenses including administrative support, extended health benefits, and unparalleled work-life balance.

Qualifications:

Qualifications:

• Certified Specialist in Geriatric Medicine (Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada or equivalent)
• Must hold a valid license to practice medicine in the Province of New Brunswick.
• Must be a member in good standing with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of New Brunswick.
• Must have current malpractice insurance from the Canadian Medical Protective Association (CMPA) appropriate to the category of practice.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and team-building skills.
• Good attendance and work record.
• Physically able to perform assigned duties.

*Horizon Health Network adheres to all privacy legislation and policies to ensure confidential patient, business, financial and employee information is disclosed only to those authorized to receive it for the purpose of fulfilling their job duties.*

Expected Start Date:

As soon as possible

Incentives:

$50,000.00 accompanied by a 2 year return of service. 

Relocation Support Available.

Other Requirements:

Other Requirements:

• Maintain CME/CPD requirements per specialty college.
• Comply with the policies and procedures of the Department of Clinical Neurosciences
• Comply with the provisions of the Hospital Act, the Regional Health Authorities Act, the Medical Services Payment Act, the Medical Pay Plan, and their regulations.
• Comply with the Health Authority bylaws, rules and regulations, and policies and procedures.
• Follow the Code of Ethics of the College of Physicians and Surgeons of New Brunswick and the Canadian Medical Association.

About the Facility:

Horizon’s Dr. Everett Chalmers Regional Hospital (DECRH) is located in Fredericton, the capital city of New Brunswick. The DECRH is partnered with Dalhousie University and is a teaching site for Family Medicine residents, as well as medical students in an innovative longitudinal clerkship program. The Geriatric Medicine outpatient clinic is based at the nearby Woodbridge Centre facility. You’d be joining a dynamic team of three internist Geriatricians in a collegial environment which supports your flexibility to pursue clinical, educational, quality improvement and administrative interests.  

About the Community:

Situated on the unceded territory of the Wolastoqiyik and Mi’kmaq peoples, Fredericton is nestled along the beautiful and bountiful Wolastoq river. Fredericton is a green, vibrant, and culturally diverse city where you can enjoy the amenities of a large city with all the charm of a small town. Nature lovers and urban go-getters alike will appreciate the countless year-round recreational opportunities including: playing a round of golf on one of the numerous golf courses; walking, running or biking within our 140 kilometre multi-use trail system; playing tennis or pickleball on our indoor or outdoor courts; skiing and snowboarding at Crabbe Mountain; eating at the many locally owned and operated restaurants, enjoying a drink at one of Fredericton’s many microbreweries, visiting the beautiful, recently renovated Beaverbrook Art Gallery; taking in live theatre at the Playhouse; or enjoying the unforgettable experience of one of the many music festivals, such as the famous Harvest Music Festival. Fredericton truly has much to offer anyone and is only a short flight to larger cities such as Toronto, Montreal, New York City, or Boston for easy access to everything else.

The city, including the historic and gorgeous downtown area, is affordable and exceedingly livable, but if a more rural lifestyle is preferred, there are numerous, easily commutable, surrounding communities in which to make your home. Rated Canada’s 2nd best city to live in, it is no surprise the friendly, nature-infused community of Fredericton has attracted a team-oriented group of innovating physicians and health care workers. For more information please visit: Fredericton Capital Region.